To receive a presentation from Alstrom and ESBI setting out progress to date, including employment and training opportunities.

The Executive received a presentation from representatives of Alstom and ESB International on the current progress of the development of the power plant at Carrington. This included details of the development partners, statistics in relation to the proposed power generation capacity, which was due to be on stream in 2015/16, employment opportunities within the development and operational phases, and engagement with the local community. An opportunity was provided for Members to raise questions, which centred on environmental aspects of the development, the partners’ experiences on similar developments elsewhere, engagement with local schools, and opportunities for apprenticeships. The Leader then thanked the presenters for their attendance.

RESOLVED: That the content of the presentation, and the issues raised by Members, be noted.